Weekend: Inspiration and Summer Seasoning

Happy Friday!
With the impending summer of sunny and dramatic entrances, there is also much to love for the fashion season! Whether you're excited for holiday excursions, grilling gatherings with friends, or simply quiet time with hopes of a wee bit of pampering ... ahem, the season is upon (most of) us, and for those who may very well be in a slight chillier climate wishing for warmer days, here's a few summer infused elements of inspiration.

LOVING // FLORAL SPRINKLES:
These Kate Spade handbags are an obvious winner! I am already a longtime Kate Spade customer, but the new arrivals in the online shop had me gloriously dazed for summer! I think I spent nearly every work break this week peeking at items that I wanted and loved.

Nothing says, "look at me, the bold and confident woman," better than bright colours and pattern amazement! A perfect accessory to pair with your maxi dress or nautical layering pieces! Of course, if you're like me then you might also risk a style-dipping session in all white with sparkles of gold! Yes, go brave, not boring!

LIFE // RANDOM SEASONING:
What's been going on this week? I found out earlier in the week that another close friend of mine will be moving to Brisbane. Although, I am very sad to see him leave, I know that this will be a wonderful transition. Just within the past year a great amount of my close friends have headed to New York and Austrailia. My thoughts: clearly, I need to make a special trip in the near future.

Since, I have been way too busy to do new outfit shots, here's one that I wore some time ago. I wanted to add studs or something a little darker as an embellishment to my denim jacket, so I opted for using a pair of earrings! I took my cross-earrings and put them at the ends of my jacket collar. It entirely works the same! I also do have new trimmings that I have been working on, however at the moment I'm uncertain when I will actually get them up, perhaps more Insta-previews soon. For now, please enjoy this small preview of creativity ...

(Above) Satin hat that I'm finishing with feathers, recreating floral petals from magazines and newspaper, as seen on my Instagram, making a few new rings, and an image from a silk screen and print that I made and printed on linen ... a bag is in the works.Details: Epaulet trim, Cross collar-end (earrings), and new lipstick!

*Don't forget! This is the last day to enter the fabulous Ocular jewellery collaboration giveaway if you haven't already. Winners will be announced next week! I'm shooting for Monday ... but don't quote me on that! *01/06/13 update: The giveaway is now closed. View winners here!

Last night I visited the mall near my house (it's walking distance) and I was stunned to see a brand-new Kate Spade store there! And it was so colorful and stylish. Both the store and products were amazing.

Hi Madison! Love Kate Spade bags too, the models you shared are very lovely, in particular the striped one! Australia must have great opportunities if your friends are move there, is a country always love to visit! Pretty outfit too, you look great dear! Love the denim jacket and the bag! Kisses, have a good weekend! xo

hey madison! i love the adornment on that jean top! the shoulder portion is so pretty. also loving that belt. it is so hard to see friends leave, but it makes us feel better when we know its for the betterment of their lives. good luck to your friend. i love kate spade. she always comes out with the prettiest colors and liveliest designs. have a great weekend doll.

Hi doll, your outfit is the definition of weekend chic, love the denim. I am so excited to see your satin hat! The flower looks so cute, please do a tutorial. I am coveting the tri-colour Kate Spade bag, its a truly stunning piece. Thanks as always for your wonderful words over at mine! Have an awesome weekend!

Haha yes I'm wishing for warmer days or at least a bit sunshine!!Beautiful comfy look. Esp. love the denim jacket and the cute belt. I can't wait to see your new bag. Wish you a very happy weekend Madison!!

I love the kate spade bag, I love how well nude, pink and orange work together. It's an odd combination and one that when you suggest to people, often gets funny looks. But it works so well and is perfect for summer.

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